1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Agila |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
